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Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason Dec 1863

Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason

The Letters of Marshall Clason

Marshall's regiment engaged in a skirmish with the rear guard of the Confederate forces during the Battle of Missionary Ridge. Before returning to the Chattanooga region, his regiment received a warm welcome in Morgantown, Tennessee. Marshall addresses a concern shared with him by his wife Anne that the Clason family believes she is encouraging him to stay in the army. He writes, "If I should be killed put the blame on me, if you think blame is anywhere." Now situated in the company's permanent camp, Marshall decides against taking leave of absence to visit family with so few officers remaining …

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William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (24 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson Dec 1863

William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (24 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Glad to hear from home; unable to locate the trunk his parents had sent; sent up an application for a Leave of Absence but is afraid it won't be granted just yet; list of needed clothes; missing his family on Christmas eve night

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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong Dec 1863

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas encourages Francis in her "struggling with the world."

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Unknown To Maria C. Nelson (20 December 1863), Author Unknown Dec 1863

Unknown To Maria C. Nelson (20 December 1863), Author Unknown

Correspondence

Concerning the enlistment, remaining in Mississippi and their inability to find clothing for the author and Amelia

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William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (19 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson Dec 1863

William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (19 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Glad to have received word from home; distraught over the death of Andrew Govan; intention to obtain a "Leave of Absence" if possible in January so that he could return home for a visit; lists needed clothes and says if he returns home on furlough he will only take the clothes on his back as he wants to bring as much back with him as possible

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William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (18 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson Dec 1863

William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (18 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Worries that he has not heard from home for a while; going into winter quarters; the successor for General Posey has not yet been decided; reading quite a lot now; calling on acquaintances in the vicinity of Orange and has made several lady friends; rumor that Lee would be sent south to command Bragg's Army; mentions his Sister and the Cage family; and mentions activities of William Forbes Stearns

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Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 17, 1863, Robert Patterson Dec 1863

Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 17, 1863, Robert Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

This letter was written by Robert Patterson to his mother Julia on December 17, 1863. Robert writes from his brother William's quarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In the letter he refers to a recent battle and a long march and he asks her to send clothing and boots.

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Letter From James Phelan To J. A. Seddon. 17 December 1863, James Phelan Dec 1863

Letter From James Phelan To J. A. Seddon. 17 December 1863, James Phelan

Correspondence

Handwritten letter from James Phelan to J. A. Seddon; Letter sent from "Senate Chamber"

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Roxana Chapin Gerdine To Emily Mckinstry Chapin (1863 December 13), Roxana Chapin Gerdine Dec 1863

Roxana Chapin Gerdine To Emily Mckinstry Chapin (1863 December 13), Roxana Chapin Gerdine

Correspondence

Roxana writes about her extreme sadness over the death of her three year old daughter,"Pet," (Emma Sarah Chapin Gerdine); mentions not receiving any mail from the family; and the difficulty of getting greenbacks

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Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (11 December 1863), Charles Roberts Dec 1863

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (11 December 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Warns Maggie of the dangers of traveling to Memphis alone. Roberts also discusses rumors of when the war will end and his fear that many men will go home in the spring regardless of where they are in the war. He also writes about his winter residence, including a sketch of his cabin.

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Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On December 6, 1863, William Patterson Dec 1863

Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On December 6, 1863, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

This letter was written by William Patterson to his mother Julia on December 8, 1863. In the letter, he talks about clothing needs and a recent battle in which his company was involved.

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George D. Lofton To His Sister (8 December 1863), George Dallas Lofton Dec 1863

George D. Lofton To His Sister (8 December 1863), George Dallas Lofton

Correspondence

Regarding orders to rejoin his regiment.

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Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 6, 1863, William Patterson Dec 1863

Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 6, 1863, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on December 6, 1863. In the brief letter he asks her to send clothing, and says he expects his company will soon be moved from Chattanooga to Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Letter From A. F. Shawn To General W. S. Featherston. 4 December 1863, A. F. Shawn Dec 1863

Letter From A. F. Shawn To General W. S. Featherston. 4 December 1863, A. F. Shawn

Correspondence

Handwritten letter from A.F Shawn to General W.S. Featherston; Letter sent from "Office of A.L.M. 33rd Miss. Regt."

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Letter, 1863 December 1, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother And Sisters [Catherine, Mary, And Alice Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley Nov 1863

Letter, 1863 December 1, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother And Sisters [Catherine, Mary, And Alice Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley's mother and sisters from New York City. In his letter Oscar writes about visiting New York City and seeing museums, parks, and more.

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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong Nov 1863

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas reports the outlook for his release is not favorable.

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Letter, 1863 November 25, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother [Catherine Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley Nov 1863

Letter, 1863 November 25, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother [Catherine Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley's mother from Columbus, Ohio. Oscar writes about sending money to his mother to deposit in the bank.

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William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (23 November 1863), William Cowper Nelson Nov 1863

William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (23 November 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Worried about not hearing from home; worried also about locating the trunk his parents sent off to him as he needs the provisions for the winter months; tells of the death of General Posey; mentions that the Brigade is now commanded by Col. N. H. Harris of Vicksburg (Miss.); has nice winter quarters; no indication at that time of an advance by General Meade; saw President Davis and Lee together on Sunday. Mentions that Davis does not look well

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William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (22 November 1863), William Cowper Nelson Nov 1863

William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (22 November 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Telling her the news that General Posey has died from his wounds; attended church in the village of Orange where General Lee attended also; notes that the Brigade is now commanded by Col. Nathaniel Harrison Harris of Vicksburg who was Colonel of the 19th Mississippi Infantry; glad to hear that J. W. C. Watson was elected a C.S. Senator

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Letter From George W. Porter To Francis P. Porter, George W. Porter Nov 1863

Letter From George W. Porter To Francis P. Porter, George W. Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

George lays out challenges to his being promoted to a field officer in the 78th OVI and speaks of the foods available to the camp in Vicksburg.

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Letter, 1863 November 18, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother [Catherine Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley Nov 1863

Letter, 1863 November 18, Oscar D. Ladley To Mother [Catherine Ladley], Oscar D. Ladley

Oscar D. Ladley Papers (MS-138)

Letter to Oscar Ladley's mother from Columbus, Ohio. In the letter Oscar writes about missing a train in London and possibly visiting family soon.

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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong Nov 1863

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas indicates that prison life is tolerable, but he fears the potential for a disease outbreak.

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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong Nov 1863

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas requests additional food and books for his studies.

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William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (14 November 1863), William Cowper Nelson Nov 1863

William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (14 November 1863), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Unsure if his letters are reaching home; still looking for his missing trunk; mentions being back at Orange C.H. because of some troop movement; hopes not to have to march as they have set up a nice winter quarters; asks about several friends; mentions that General Posey was wounded at Bristoe Station and is not expected to live

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J. H. Nelson To William C. Nelson (14 November 1863), J. H. Nelson Nov 1863

J. H. Nelson To William C. Nelson (14 November 1863), J. H. Nelson

Correspondence

Worried as they had not heard from Will for some time; also heard that General Posey had been wounded; wonders when this cruel war will end; mentioned that the Federal troops had evacuated the Memphis & Charleston Railroad; talks about James Ronald Chalmers forces; mentions clothing and goods he would like to send to Will

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Letter From John Porter To Jacob G. Armstrong, John Porter Nov 1863

Letter From John Porter To Jacob G. Armstrong, John Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

John Porter offers his sympathies for Jacob's misfortunes in Lawrence, speaks of farming in Clinton, and asks about correspondence with Thomas in prison.

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Letter From John W. Marshall To Francis P. Porter, John W. Marshall Nov 1863

Letter From John W. Marshall To Francis P. Porter, John W. Marshall

Harvey Collection Letters

John Marshall asking Francis's help in finding a wife.

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Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia On November 8, 1863, Robert Patterson Nov 1863

Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia On November 8, 1863, Robert Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

Robert Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on November 8, 1863. The letter is a detailed description of a battle which took place in Lookout Valley, near Chattanooga, Tennessee. Also included with the letter is a hand-drawn map of the area in which the battle took place.

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Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason Nov 1863

Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason

The Letters of Marshall Clason

Marshall responds to his father's request that he resign from military service with a description of his sense of duty and animosity for the Confederacy. The current camp at Chattanooga is fortifying its position against assault from enemy forces situated around nearby Lookout Mountain. Marshall expresses his support for the Union cause and believes the movements for peace among Northerners to be "cowardly, traitorous, and cruel." He discloses his financial status and asks after his father's business affairs.

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Edwin Miller To S. G. Miller (7 November 1863), Edwin Miller, Susan G. Miller Nov 1863

Edwin Miller To S. G. Miller (7 November 1863), Edwin Miller, Susan G. Miller

Correspondence

Edwin's disdain at being in General Joseph R. Davis' brigade and discussion of their various options for transfer or promotion; various promotions in the brigade; rumors of their winter position; furloughs

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